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Five reasons why we love Kitsy Bitsy's Noisy Neighbours
Written by Polly Faber, illustrated by Melissa Crowton and published by Nosy Crow An exquisitely well-written picture book with...
Picture Book Snob
Aug 21, 20223 min read
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Blog Tour: Know it Owl by Emma Perry and Andrea Stegmaier
Five reasons why we love this book and why you will too! Owl loves to help. She is full of ideas and incredibly enthusiastic about...
Picture Book Snob
Jul 27, 20223 min read
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Why we love The Elephant Detectives by Ged Adamson
Published by Nosy Crow, 7th July 2022 It was the 'perfect kind of day' until Alan lost his elephant. Despite their size, elephants can...
Picture Book Snob
Jul 7, 20224 min read
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It's not mess, it's art! Find out why we love HOW MESSY!
We're delighted to kick off the virtual book tour for How Messy! by Clare Helen Welsh and Olivier Talley. Although this is the third...
Picture Book Snob
Apr 26, 20223 min read
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BLOG TOUR: Sonny Says, "Sorry!" by Caryl Hart and Zachariah Ohora
Published on 14th April 2022 by Bloomsbury Sonny Says,"Sorry!" is the second story in an irresistible new series for pre-schoolers from...
Picture Book Snob
Apr 13, 20224 min read
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Everything a picture book should be
Shoo! by Susie Bower and Francesca Gambatesa, Pushkin Press, September 2021 We have been utterly charmed by Shoo! by Susie Bower and...
Picture Book Snob
Feb 17, 20224 min read
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The fabric of friendship
Frank and Bert by Chris Naylor-Ballesteros, Nosy Crow, February 2022 What's it about? Best friends Frank and Bert share a love for...
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Feb 8, 20223 min read
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The Witchling's Wish: Review + Interview with Lu Fraser & Sarah Massini
It was so exciting to chat with the author and illustrator of one of the most beautiful books we've ever seen! Read a review, learn what...
Picture Book Snob
Oct 19, 202110 min read
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How to win friends and influence ghouls
Gustavo the Shy Ghost by Flavia Z. Drago, Walker Books Here's a book that had been on my wishlist for ages and one I really regret not...
Picture Book Snob
Oct 15, 20214 min read
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The Boys and The Girls: Q&A Tour + Review
Discover Lauren Ace's top tips for young writers and find out why we love The Boys and The Girls, written by Lauren and illustrated by...
Picture Book Snob
Sep 12, 20217 min read
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Best friends can always laugh at each other
Pug & Pig and Friends by Sue Lowell Gallion and Joyce Wan, Simon & Schuster Pug & Pig and Friends is one of the most uplifting books we...
Picture Book Snob
Aug 31, 20213 min read
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True friendship will always find you
Out of Nowhere by Chris Naylor-Ballesteros, Nosy Crow A beetle and a caterpillar become acquainted and are soon inseparable, sharing...
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Aug 7, 20213 min read
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Ten reasons why you should choose Charlie Chooses
Charlie Chooses by Lou Peacock and Nicola Slater, Nosy Crow Charlie Chooses is an adorable story about a boy so scared of making the...
Picture Book Snob
Jun 15, 20213 min read
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A simple story with lots to unpack
The Suitcase by Chris Naylor-Ballesteros, Nosy Crow What's it about? A strange creature appears one day with a dusty suitcase, looking...
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Jun 12, 20214 min read
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What if this book could help overthinkers?
What if, Pig? by Linzie Hunter, HarperCollins We have been so excited about What if, Pig? by Linzie Hunter ever since catching a glimpse...
Picture Book Snob
May 20, 202110 min read
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Meet your new best four-legged friend!
Ruffles and the Red, Red Coat by David Melling, Nosy Crow What's it about? Ruffles loves jumping in puddles with his best friend Ruby,...
Picture Book Snob
May 17, 20213 min read
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This book plants seeds that will blossom and grow
The Balcony by Melissa Castrillón When I read A Pinch of Magic by Michelle Harrison last year, I was struck by how beautiful the cover...
Picture Book Snob
May 8, 20213 min read
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Ella in Paris
Ella by Alex T. Smith What's it about? This clever and original retelling of Cinderella is set in Paris and explores a delightful romance...
Picture Book Snob
Feb 14, 20213 min read
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Why monsters make the best friends
Lionel the Lonely Monster by Fred Blunt Lionel is a monster who longs for a companion, but unfortunately any potential pals are scared of...
Picture Book Snob
Feb 2, 20213 min read
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BLOG TOUR! Mini Monsters: Can I Be the Best?
We are thrilled to be the first stop on the blog tour for Mini Monsters: Can I Be The Best? by Caryl Hart and Tony Neal. This brilliant...
Picture Book Snob
Jan 18, 20217 min read
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